Has anyone tried lithium batteries in this unit? Ours works great, have had it for a year and love it! But, we have to change batteries every month!
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No idea about lithium batteries but,we've had our unit for about a year and have had some problems. In each case we've called Dakota and got prompt, courteous and effective response. They are a great customer oriented company. Suggest you give them a call since they're the experts. Ph: 605 356 2772
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I have not. I have managed to get 6 months out of my batteries. One suggestion is to turn off the LED light if you have not already done so.
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I have not but it would seem you are using to many batteries. Do you have a lot of activity on the drive way? If so you might try adjusting the sensitivity or readjust the way it is pointed. I had to change mine because flocks of birds were setting it off. I get three or more months between changes.
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Do not change batteries enough for it to be a problem. Probably depends on the brand. Maybe once a year
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I use the lithium batteries and I don't have a problem with the camera eating the batteries. This is my 4th Power Shot SX due to the fact that I have dropped or lent them to others and thus they got damaged but the performance keeps me coming back. i HATE rechargeable batteries but the lithium by energizer are great.Joan B
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When I slide it into my Sony camcorder,I had a message flashing,asking to use Lithium batteries only.This equivalent would not work.I still have it as reminder of my loss.Hope this will help in your decision process.
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I bought the same several months back and did not have any issues with it. Did you have 2 battery in yours when you encountered the issue? I only used mine with 2 batteries.
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Did you ever figure this out? Mine died and I'd like to try changing the batteries but I also don't want to invest much, in case that's not the issue.
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So far mine is working fine. Had to change batteries after about a year, but that is expected.
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Amazon customer service should be able to put you in touch with the company. I've had mine since Aug, and it works well. Had to change the batteries after two months, but I use it a lot.
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If your device is like mine, the lithium battery is not replaceable. It should last 4 years. The device cost is so low, replacing it with a new, improved model in 2018 may be best.
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I feel like the batteries have to be change about every 3 months. However, im thinking about buying another one anyway. I have mine installed in my house because i have a dark stairwell and it works great!! I cant rewire anything in that area to install more lights. I am thinking about getting a rechargeable battery station to help the cost though. Hope that helps
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Mmmmm I've had this unit for about 4 months and haven't dealt with or heard about any batteries. I just plugged it in and used it. If there are batteries it'll be a surprise to me. BTW I like the light.
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Do any of the garmin units have a lithium battery that is replacable? I have a Nuvi that is barely 2 years old and the battery no longer works and I only can use this when plugged into my car. Seems like some units have non-replacable batteries.
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It has been 6 months that we have had it. While it is not an item that is used everyday, we have had no problems with it. We still have the same batteries in it too!
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Regular batteries work fine.. The lithium batteries will cost more than the megaphone you are putting them in. It may be worth it if you use the megaphone a lot, but is isn't for me. I put in 8 regular d-cells and it works great. It's a great megaphone, I've had no problems and it's well worth the price. I leave it by my bedside when not in use. If you pick it up and pull the trigger the siren goes off to scare away prowlers. Never had to, probably never will. Nice to know it does that.
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I haven't had much luck with batteries lasting. the last longer if you take them out when not using, but that's a pain. its a great unit and I use it at work but on electric.
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I have never changed the batteries...It has worked well ever since we got it. That's been about 4 months now.
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I do and it seems to work fine. Sometimes I may not use the batteries for six months at a time and leave them on the charager. The charger will shut itself off to keep from overcharging.Lithium batteries, though, will hold their charge longer, even off the charger than the older nicad batteries.